Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. This may result in convulsions and respiratory depression. Cholinesterase inhibition. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the blood. This may result in anaemia.

The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to birds and bees. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal.

NOTES

Methomyl is a mixture of (Z)- and (E)-isomers.If the pesticide is present in a formulation containing hydrocarbon solvents, vomiting should not be induced.Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.If the substance is formulated with solvents also consult the ICSCs of these materials.Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.Do NOT take working clothes home.Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.Du Pont 1179, Flytek, Lannate, Lanox, Methavin, Methomex, Nudrin are trade names.Card has been partially updated in January 2008: see Ingestion First Aid.